Definition of Nostrum

a plan or remedy that is unlikely to work

Examples of Nostrum in a sentence

Although my sister is not a doctor, she thinks she can cure any illness and is quick to suggest a nostrum to her friends.  🔊

Marie wanted to lose weight so badly she bought the diet nostrum even after reading the drug’s bad reviews.  🔊

To get rid of an unsightly rash, Phil was even willing to try a nostrum recommended by his crazy uncle.  🔊

Does garlic actually cure colds or is this remedy simply another nostrum?  🔊

The doctor lost his license when he began administering a questionable nostrum to his patients.  🔊

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